put a little love on me -niall horan-

chapter iv

-Jasmine's POV-

I looked at myself one last time in the mirror. Niall had just texted me saying he was outside, so I knew I couldn't make any changes to my appearance. I immediately started second guessing my white silk dress and makeup, but I just grabbed a clutch and my phone and walked outside before I could think about it anymore.

Niall was standing outside, leaning against the side of the car, arms crossed. He grinned when he saw me. "Happy birthday Jasmine, you look beautiful,"he said, walking up to me.

He took my hand and gave it a kiss, eyeing the diamond bracelet on my wrist. "A birthday gift?"he asked.

I laughed nervously. "Yeah, from Harry."

He nodded, walking me to the passenger side and holding the door open for me.

I giggled,"Wow, what a gentleman."

He winked in response, closing the door. Once he was in the driver's seat, he asked,"So, are you ready for tonight?"

"I'm really nervous,"I admitted as Niall backed out of the driveway.

"I dropped by there before I came to pick you up, and it was fun. I think you'll have a really good time,"he said.

I asked,"Really? How many people were there?"

He chuckled. "I don't want to spoil anything."

I huffed, sitting back in the seat. Harry's house is pretty close to mine, so we arrived there quickly.

I could hear the music and chatter from outside which made my stomach twist. It's not that I have severe social anxiety or anything, I just prefer hanging out in small groups. And who knows what Harry has planned?

I took off my seatbelt and was about to reach for the car door, but Niall put his hand on my arm to stop me. I turned to look at him.

"Uh, before we go in, I wanted to give you your birthday gift,"Niall said. He sounded nervous, which made him look even cuter.

"A gift? Come on, Niall, you shouldn't have!"I exclaimed.

He smiled. "No, this is the first birthday of yours that I'm around for as a friend in years. I think I need to start making up for all the birthdays I missed."

I shook my head, putting my hand on his. "Niall, you do not need to make up for anything whatsoever. Your presence now is what matters to me,"I promised.

Niall leaned over to grab something from the backseat. He pulled out a box all wrapped up and handed it to me. I gave him a look but he pushed me to open it.

As I unwrapped the box, Niall explained,"I remember you talking about this back on the last tour with the boys. I was going to buy it for you then, but we kind of lost touch. So I decided to get it for you now."

I finished unwrapping the box and looked inside. My eyes widened. "Niall, no,"I breathed, pulling out the gift. It was a camera, the one I've been wanting since I was a kid. It was absolutely beautiful and just how I imagined it would be. I looked up at Niall with tears in my eyes.

"I know it's not a diamond bracelet or anything but I hope it's okay,"Niall said quietly, rubbing the back of his neck.

I shook my head quickly. "Niall, it's perfect. Thank you so much. I love it,"I whispered, leaning over the centre console to give him a hug.

His face brightened. "Okay, good. I was really nervous you wouldn't like it or want it anymore,"he said, breathing out a sigh of relief.

"It's amazing and so thoughtful. I can't thank you enough,"I said, putting my hand on his cheek. Before I could think about what I was saying, I let slip,"I could kiss you right now."